2009 BMW 730 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 730 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |